Middle Beethoven at 123: Kreutzer Sonata

Beethoven was never afraid to challenge the musicians performing his works. In the Kreutzer Sonata for violin and piano, he pushes both instruments to their limits, with violent drama, virtuosity, and passion. French violinist Sarah Nemtanu and pianist Cédric Tiberghien take us into this musical powerhouse. The Engegård Quartet continues with the third Razumovsky Quartet, a work that moves from a mystical and searching introduction to a finale full of energy and breathtaking counterpoint. We also experience a completely different side of Beethoven through Agnus Dei from his Mass in C major, performed by KoriOslo. Here we encounter a composer expressing prayer, longing for peace, and human vulnerability. Program Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827) Violin Sonata No. 9 in A major, Op. 47 – "Kreutzer Sonata" Sarah Nemtanu, violin Cédric Tiberghien, piano String Quartet No. 9 in C major, Op. 59 No. 3 – "Razumovsky" Engegård Quartet Agnus Dei from Mass in C major, Op. 86 KoriOslo with conductor Helge Harila Check out the entire festival at www.123festival.no With a Festival Pass, you can access the whole festival with 7 events over 3 days. With a Beethoven Trilogy Pass, you can access all three festivals, featuring 21 concerts.